Bhatwari Sunar - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Bhatwari Sunar is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Bhatwari Sunar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatwari Sunar is 042267. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.22 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bhatwari Sunar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhatwari Sunar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatwari Sunar village had a total population of 433 people, including 206 males and 227 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.19%, with male literacy at 98.26% and female literacy at 79.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 433 | 206 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 169 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 37 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatwari Sunar
Bhatwari Sunar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhatwari Sunar
Bhatwari Sunar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Bhatwari Sunar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatwari Sunar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatwari Sunar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatwari Sunar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatwari Sunar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhatwari Sunar
Where is Bhatwari Sunar located?
Bhatwari Sunar village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhatwari Sunar?
Bhatwari Sunar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhatwari Sunar?
The pincode of Bhatwari Sunar is 246425.
What is the population of Bhatwari Sunar?
Bhatwari Sunar had a total population of 433, including 206 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Bhatwari Sunar?
Bhatwari Sunar had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatwari Sunar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatwari Sunar was 88.19%. Male literacy was 98.26% and female literacy was 79.90%.